The age-old question we’ve all asked. How far does my Wi-Fi signal reach, and why does it cut out? Chances are, you’ve experienced a weak Wi-Fi signal and wondered how far you could wander off before it disconnects. But what is the maximum range of a Wi-Fi signal?
The truth is, there is no definitive answer. Wi-Fi signal range depends on the type of Wi-Fi you have and your environment. Your Wi-Fi signal may be stronger (and further) in certain environments that are void of obstacles that block connectivity. But there are limiting factors that impact your connection and signal quality, and hinder your experience.
Wi-Fi HaLow has been designed to overcome traditional limitations and challenges posed, to improve your user experience and increase your Wi-Fi signal range. We’ll explore how it is different from traditional Wi-Fi.
However, to improve your Wi-Fi signal range and ensure your environment is free from limitations, it’s important to understand the challenges you’re facing. Let’s start by breaking it down.
Interference
There’s a lot that comes into play with traditional Wi-Fi signals, as they can vary depending on your environment. However, there are some key factors that can interfere with the range. For example;
- Physical Interference: Walls, floors, and furniture can interfere with Wi-Fi signals as they cannot travel through physical objects and barriers.
- Radio Interference: When other devices are connected, such as Bluetooth devices, microwaves, other phones and Wi-Fi networks, the Wi-Fi signal may be impacted.
- Antenna Limitations: The antenna of the Wi-Fi device may impact the range due to its gain and general power.
Limiting these obstructions and interfering factors can improve your Wi-Fi signal, but what else should you consider?
Frequency
Wi-Fi is available at varying frequencies, including 2.4GHz, 5GHz and 6GHz. However, choosing the right frequency for your Wi-Fi can significantly improve your signal range. The general rule of thumb is that high-frequency Wi-Fi operates at a faster speed, but cannot travel long distances, so your range will be shorter.
A 2.4GHz frequency typically ranges up to 90 meters, but it is easily subject to interference from nearby devices. So, with both options posing limitations, there are some general challenges that traditional Wi-Fi encounters. For instance;
- Distance: Traditional Wi-Fi cannot travel across a warehouse, large building or open area due to weakened connectivity.
- Power: For Wi-Fi to operate across a longer distance, it requires a great deal of power that traditional Wi-Fi cannot accommodate.
- Penetration: Traditional Wi-Fi signal cannot penetrate through objects, people and infrastructures, which makes applying it in industrial or commercial settings challenging.
So, a higher frequency means faster speed but shorter range. And a lower frequency may increase your range, but it is more susceptible to interference, which impacts its connection. We understand the maximum range of traditional Wi-Fi is around 100 metres, but at Morse Micro, we’ve changed the game.
How Wi-Fi HaLow Improves Your Range
Wi-Fi HaLow is designed to go above and beyond traditional wifi expectations by breaking through common limitations. As it operates in the sub-1GHz spectrum at 850-950MHz, it offers a longer wavelength for your Wi-Fi range and connectivity. It is designed to penetrate through obstacles and walls with ease through its low-power frequencies, to ensure your Wi-Fi operates exactly how you need it, no matter the interference.
Traditional Wi-Fi range cannot reach further than 50-100 metres, whereas Wi-Fi HaLow can reach over 1 kilometre while preserving power. It has changed the face and future of Wi-Fi by eliminating challenges faced with traditional Wi-Fi. Your Wi-Fi signal range can be boosted by over 10x the range you’re accustomed to, allowing you to access your Wi-Fi at distances you’ve never experienced before.
It can be used in a variety of cases, including:
- Syncing your Smart home with an optimised connection for your security cameras, home automation and smart locks, so everything can be operated through one safe point.
- Infrastructure connection is improved with better penetration through walls and structures.
- For industrial warehouses or logistics businesses, communication can be improved with Wi-Fi HaLow as your Wi-Fi connection.
- Protect your Enterprise with Wi-Fi HaLow, which helps to secure your building access and your security camera system.
- In Smart Cities where smart meters and information kiosks are operated, Wi-Fi HaLow can guarantee fast, reliable and long-range signal.
Wi-Fi HaLow: Signal you’ll Never Have to Doubt Again
The maximum range of Wi-Fi signal has been reintroduced with Wi-Fi HaLow, which has broken the mould and can travel over 1 kilometre. Whilst traditional Wi-Fi poses threats from obstacles, device interference and power, Wi-Fi HaLow is designed to overcome these challenges and operate at a speed and efficiency you can trust.
If you’re ready to make the move to a stronger and longer Wi-Fi signal for IoT, get started with Wi-Fi HaLow.
Source: Morse Micro
